Peek inside 10 of Delray Beach’s
most beautiful coastal homes
during the annual home tour.
A nook in the upstairs guest suite at Steve and Lori Leveen’s house combines tongue-and-groove ceiling,
open beams and a nautical feel to complement its Intrac
The annual affair celebrating the joy of reading raised $200,000 to support the Literacy Coalition of Palm Beach County’s mission and programs. Luncheon speaker, international bestselling author and literacy advocate David Baldacci was a huge hit wit
Friends of the Boca Raton Museum of Art kicked off the season of events with a viewing of the documentary ‘Art and Craft’ – a chronicle of the escapades of notorious art forger Mark Landis – and a discussion of French artwork with Chief Registrar Mar
To commemorate a successful year, Soroptimist International of Boca Raton & Deerfield Beach celebrated by touring The Wick Theatre & Costume Museum and dining beneath antique chandeliers. The highlight of the afternoon was the announcement of the 201
Symphony of the Americas Society had its annual gathering honoring prominent supporters who have distinguished themselves through outstanding commitment and service to the community. The highlight of the day was the presentation of the first Lifetime
More than 350 guests attended the Aid to Victims of Domestic Abuse’s eighth-annual fete, featuring keynote speaker Taylor Armstrong of ‘The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills,’ who also is a domestic-violence survivor and advocate. Armstrong delivered
Author Kate DiCamillo made the crowd laugh, reflect and think at this year’s event, which raised $200,000 and drew more than 600 attendees to support the coalition’s programs, including Adult Literacy, After School Reads, Glades Family Education, Rea
Love of Literacy Luncheon committee members (in front) Penny Kosinski, Bettina Young, Chiara Clark, (in back) Gina Brody, Cristy Fimiani, Sylvie Bergeron, Kristin Calder and Megan Mulry. Photo provided
By Amy Woods
The chairwoman of this year’s Love
The council attracted nearly 50 arts fans to the first of two luncheons, this one featuring former U.S. Ambassador to Hungary Nancy Brinker. ABOVE: Peg Greenspon, Brinker and council President and CEO Rena Blades. Photo provided by Jacek Photo
Mayors from all 38 municipalities in Palm Beach County were invited to learn about current strategies and initiatives to encourage literacy as a priority in their communities. Featured speaker was Dione Christy, president of the Council of Great Publ
The Junior League of Boca Raton kicked off its 2014 Woman Volunteer of the Year luncheon by announcing Saks Fifth Avenue will serve as sponsor of the fashion-show portion of the 27th-annual event, set for Nov. 7 at Boca West Country Club. Stacey Bend
Board members, life trustees and standing committees were honored by Kravis Center Vice Chairwoman Laurie Silvers and other leaders at the performing-arts institute. A special performance by Neil Berg’s ‘106 Years of Broadway’ highlighted the event,
The Palm Beach County League of Cities’ annual board of directors / executives installation featured keynote speaker Clarence Anthony, the National League of Cities’ executive director. Florida League of Cities President P.C. Wu welcomed the 2014-15
The Alexander W. Dreyfoos School of the Arts Foundation Guild has raised $1 million through its musical lunches during the last decade, and the 2014 series concluded with a presentation by guild President Dorothy Lappin to foundation board Chairman S
The Junior League of Boca Raton’s 26th annual celebration of women honored Peggy Jones (LEFT), the nominee from Boca Helping Hands. Patricia Thomas, who was nominated by two organizations — Caring Hearts Auxiliary of Florida Atlantic University’s
More than 330 members of the community helped Families First of Palm Beach County raise $50,000 for its programs that help clients learn parenting and child-development skills. The seventh annual event showcased the agency’s work over th
The Allegro Society, a volunteer support auxiliary of The Symphonia Boca Raton, celebrated one of its most successful fundraising events with more than 100 guests in attendance and more than $13,000 raised, including a $7,500 pledge by Robert Greene.
The Place of Hope at the Haven Campus benefited from a special event that introduced more than two dozen women to the nonprofit organization’s mission and newly acquired facility. Arlene Hyman organized the stylish affair, and a portion of proceeds f
The 10th annual multinational award-winning Women with Wings and Wisdom luncheon and Bloomingdale’s fashion show was held at the Mar-a-Lago Club in Palm Beach. The sold-out event recognized Henrietta de Hoernle as well as Connie Frankino and Michele
Sheila O’Boyle (left) and Anne Bright are preparing for the Lupus Foundation of America Southeast Florida Chapter’s Closet Couture Luncheon, set for April 11 at Benvenuto. Photo provided
By Christine Davis
When the subject of lupus comes up, ever
